Shin Hyun-joon and Kim Kyung-mi, the couple, were exposed to rumors of discord

Shin Hyun-joon and Kim Kyung-mi were taken aback by their son's revelations.

On the 21st episode of Channel A's variety show 'Dad is a Flower Middle-aged Man,' aired on the 19th, '58-year-old Flower Daddy' Shin Hyun-joon celebrated Chuseok by making songpyeon (Korean rice cakes) with his family and taking a family photo. He also arranged a dinner date for his wife, Kim Kyung-mi, who is exhausted from childcare and work, adding warmth to the show. Most notably, when the couple's life song 'Moon River' played at the restaurant, they were moved to tears, showcasing their deep bond.

On an autumn day before Chuseok, Shin Hyun-joon said, 'I have never made songpyeon at home in my life,' and gathered various ingredients to make songpyeon with his family. Despite his 12-year-younger wife Kim Kyung-mi's objections, saying, 'Who will clean up the mess?' Shin Hyun-joon set up the ingredients, and eventually, his wife took charge of everything, including the cleanup.

After much effort, the songpyeon was completed, and everyone sat around the table to chat. At this moment, the children asked, 'Why did you get married if you always fight?' Shin Hyun-joon recalled their romantic first meeting, saying, 'I fell in love at first sight on the street,' while Kim Kyung-mi replied, 'I married him because he was cool back then, but now, after raising three kids, the charm has worn off,' leaving Shin Hyun-joon feeling bittersweet.

Soon after, Shin Hyun-joon's '11-year-old best friend,' photographer Hong Hye-jeon, visited to take family photos and his profile pictures. During the session, Hong Hye-jeon suggested, 'It would be nice if your wife also took profile pictures,' and although Kim Kyung-mi was shy, she changed into a black dress after much consideration, saying, 'None of the dresses I wore as a cellist fit me now.'

Shin Hyun-joon couldn't take his eyes off his beautifully transformed wife, and during the couple's photo shoot, they displayed their affection with tender 'skinship.' In the evening, the couple went on a rare 'dinner date.' Kim Kyung-mi, excited, said, 'I think this is the first time we've come to a Western restaurant without the kids,' and added, 'I really needed this time,' while Shin Hyun-joon humorously replied, 'I still miss the kids,' bringing laughter.

Kim Kyung-mi confided to her husband, 'You want to do everything with the family, so it's hard because we have so many group activities that I can't even breathe.' Shin Hyun-joon nodded and promised, 'Once a month might be too much, but let's go on a date every two months.' The couple continued their conversation about Shin Hyun-joon's involvement in childcare and 'separate sleeping,' showcasing their 'sweet and salty chemistry.'

As the meal ended, 'Moon River,' the song they listened to during childbirth to endure the pain, was played live. Hearing the song, the couple shed tears together, reminiscing about their 11 years of marriage, evoking a touching moment.

Reporter Taeyuna, TenAsia youyou@tenasia.co.kr